Living in Hong Kong 2016 - Healthy Living

Chapter 16

Healthy Living Hong Kong ranks as one of the healthiest places in the world. Western and Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners are widely available. Medical care and public health infrastructure are of a very high standard, and people living in Hong Kong have one of the highest life expectancies in the world.

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16 This has major implications on the public, including decreased visibility, increased risk of cardiac-respiratory death and exacerbation of chronic conditions such as asthma.

However, in recent years the situation has started to improve, as the government is taking active measures to address the issue, such as the launch of campaigns informing the public about air pollution and ways to improve the air quality. An air quality measurement system was introduced in 2014 and is available on smartphone apps such as “Hong Kong Air Pollution.”

Compared with most other Asian cities and even among Western countries, Hong Kong’s health standards are very high. Local life expectancy is higher than those in the US and Europe, and infant mortality rates are far lower. Nevertheless, during the first year of living here, expatriates seem to suffer frequently from upper respiratory infections and gastrointestinal problems.

Hong Kong’s hot and humid climate, along with relatively high levels of air pollution and the tendency for very high stress levels, will undoubtedly affect your health. But once you’ve adapted to your new surroundings, you’ll be better able to cope.

Before or shortly after you arrive in Hong Kong, you may want to discuss with your medical services provider the need for immunizations for some of the threats in Asia. These include hepatitis (A, B & C), meningitis (A & C), Japanese encephalitis, typhoid and malaria.

Air Quality Compared to most regions of the United States, the air quality in Hong Kong is quite poor, particularly in the high traffic areas of Central, Causeway Bay and Mong Kok.

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The Hong Kong Government has been working with the Guangdong Government in China to improve the air quality of the Pearl River Delta region to drive down smog levels. Domestically, Hong Kong’s efforts to improve air quality are on target, but roadside pollution remains a serious problem. In addition, due to rising economic and population growth, Guangdong will also need to introduce further measures to achieve the targets for improved air quality.

On high pollution days, the elderly, children and those with underlying heart or lung diseases are vulnerable. Even the normally “healthy” often experience upper respiratory infections, allergies or asthma. Hong Kong’s warm, humid climate encourages the growth of flora and fauna, including bacteria, mold and mildew. Plants are in bloom throughout most of the year, adding to the misery of people with allergies.

Many use air conditioners, dehumidifiers and air filters to help with air quality. To reduce dust and mold, air conditioners need to be cleaned regularly, not just in summer months. Many people now wear surgical masks on days with poor air quality.

Daily reports on pollution are broadcast on television and radio news programs.

Hong Kong’s Environmental Protection Department publishes air quality reports daily on its website. There are several apps available that provide updates on air quality. Use your mobile device to search for information under Hong Kong Air Quality. www.epd.gov.hk

Smoking Restrictions Smoking is prohibited in all indoor public places in Hong Kong, including escalators, restaurants, bars, malls and karaoke venues. Smoking is also banned on public transportation vehicles, at transportation interchanges, public beaches and swimming pools. Most workplaces and office buildings have a no-smoking policy for indoor areas.

In recent years e-cigarettes and vaporizers have gained international popularity. Ecigarettes that do not contain nicotine can be sold to consumers of all ages, while any product with over 0.01 percent nicotine must be registered as a pharmaceutical product with the Hong Kong Department of Health.

Water Quality Official government sources maintain that Hong Kong’s water supply complies with the World Health Organization guidelines for drinking-water quality. The Water Supplies Department monitors water quality throughout the treatment, supply and distribution system.

Despite these efforts, the quality of tap water depends on the condition of pipes in your building, which may not be up to standard. Older pipes may enable bacteria to grow. Sediment can cause discoloration and produce an unpleasant taste.

It is advisable to allow tap water to run for a minute or two before using it. It’s also useful to boil water and store it in a water-filtering pitcher system, or to use special filters attached to your kitchen and bathroom taps for human consumption.

Another option is to use bottled water.

Several companies deliver spring, mineral or distilled water to your home. Keep in mind that distilled water lacks minerals and fluoride. So if distilled water is the only water supply for children, speak with your doctor or dentist about fluoride supplements or other complementary intake of minerals.

Bottled Water Delivery If you would like a regular delivery of bottled water here are two suppliers to try: • Bonaqua www.bonaqua.com.hk • Watsons www.watsons-water.com.hk

Swimming Water The quality of swimming water and beaches in Hong Kong used to be the subject of scrutiny due to pollution in the Pearl River Delta.

The situation has improved in recent years, although marine trash remains a challenge, especially during the typhoon season.

The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) monitors the swimming water at public beaches at least three times a month. Tests on the water are run for E. coli bacteria, and results of the report are available. www.epd.gov.hk Heavy rainfall can also contaminate seawater and increase water pollution as a result of surface level pollution washed into the sea. It’s best to avoid swimming for a few days after a heavy rain, and check the EPD website before taking the plunge.

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Food Quality & Safety The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) regulates Hong Kong’s food quality. The authority issues licenses to all food-related businesses, including restaurants, fresh food markets and supermarkets, and regularly carries out inspection for sanitation standards.

The quality of food from licensed food establishments from a safety standpoint is generally high.

The FEHD implements policies to ensure food safety and environmental hygiene in Hong Kong. It safeguards public health by implementing safety standards of food for human consumption, licensing and inspecting food premises, and providing public cleaning services.

In early 2015, the selling of live poultry was banned for a period of time due to outbreaks of the H7N9 avian flu virus, with the government culling thousands of live chickens following a sample from a Guangdong supplier testing positive for the virus. Although the risk of infection is low, the Hong Kong government remains vigilant and continuously monitors the possible spread of avian flu via live poultry sold in Hong Kong.

Exercise caution when patronizing cooked food vendors or hawkers on the street, as some vendors selling cooked snacks at street stalls are neither licensed nor sanctioned by the FEHD. Fresh meat, fish and produce sold at major supermarkets in Hong Kong are generally of high quality and require no special preparation before storage or cooking. Meat, poultry, dairy and seafood (some frozen) from the United States, Australia and New Zealand are also readily available.

As a general practice, thoroughly rinse any fruits or vegetables at least twice before consumption.

To ensure residual pesticides have been removed, allow produce to soak for at least 10 minutes, and then rinse it once again.

The FEHD is also responsible for inspecting produce imported into Hong Kong. Random checks are carried out on imported food items at wholesale markets. Produce at the Wan Chai wholesale vegetable market for example are sampled for harmful substances such as pesticide residue, parasites, or the possible use of human feces as fertilizers.

Organic Produce

A source of concern in food safety derives from seafood that may be tainted with heavy metals from industrial waste dumped into the harbor. Also, in some cases, live fish stocks kept in tanks at restaurants may be prone to bacterial infection if the tanks or water are not properly managed.

Some organic produce is available in Hong Kong, but there are currently no regulations that govern production and labeling. As in the USA, organic foods, both packaged and fresh, are available in an increasing number of stores in Hong Kong, but they are generally more expensive than conventional food products.

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The Centre for Food Safety providess food safety tips and issues alerts if there are any instances of food or pesticide poisoning. www.cfs.gov.hk

Food Labeling

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A labeling law is in effect and requires nutritional information to be listed on all prepackaged foods. The law mandates a labeling system different from those commonly used in Western countries (from which most of Hong Kong’s prepackaged foods are imported). Labels must include the following information: the value of energy, protein, total fat, saturated fat, trans fats, carbohydrates, sugars and sodium. Similar details are already given on many labels, but usually for different serving sizes. Hong Kong’s law requires the information be listed per 100g.

Hong Kong’s health statistics compare favorably with those of most developed countries. Life expectancy at birth has steadily increased in the last four decades.

In 2014, life expectancy was 81.2 years for males and 86.9 for females. Infant mortality has dropped steadily and is one of the lowest globally, at 1.7 per thousand births.

The Hong Kong Government places strict requirements for certain nutritional claims.

For example, unlike US standards, for a product to qualify for a no-trans-fats claim in Hong Kong, it must also be low in saturated fats. And for a product to qualify for a low-fat claim, it must contain 3g or less of fat per 100g. Compare that to US standards, where a product that claims to be low fat must contain 3g or less of fat per serving.

Infectious Diseases After the outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in 2003, the government set up the Centre for Health Protection (CHP), a CDC-like center. Its task includes monitoring the spread of infectious diseases in Hong Kong, emergency management and preparedness, as well as mobilization of emergency services in response to health crises. The department engages in health-related information sharing among healthcare providers, those in charge of large institutions such as schools and other businesses, and members of the general public. It also recommends protocols and preventive measures against the spread of infectious disease, including all types of influenza. www.chp.gov.hk

The Food and Health Bureau The Food and Health Bureau (FHB) is responsible for formulating policy on matters related to health, food and environmental hygiene. The following departments report to them. www.fhb.gov.hk

Hong Kong’s Health Care Hong Kong’s health care policies mandate medical treatment for all, regardless of means. The combination of a wellestablished public health care system and a network of individual private medical practitioners provide a high standard of primary health care services that compare very well by world standards.

The Department of Health (DH) safeguards public health by providing various prevention services and collaborating with international health agencies and authorities. www.dh.gov.hk The DH set up the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) in 2004 to strengthen

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cases, patients have to bear the extra cost for medicine, lab tests, x-rays and other treatments.

The Hospital Authority (HA) is responsible for managing all public hospitals in Hong Kong.

HA has a list of all hospitals, clinics, their locations and opening hours. www.ha.org.hk

The Hong Kong Doctors website, developed and maintained by the Hong Kong Medical Association, provides a guide to finding a doctor. www.hkdoctors.org

Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department

The Medical Council of Hong Kong maintains a register of eligible medical practitioners. www.mchk.org.hk

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) is responsible for animal and plant quarantine, controlling plant diseases, regulating and inspecting livestock farms, testing diseases and chemical residues in food animals and controlling veterinary drug use in livestock. www.afcd.gov.hk

Ken Lee Medical Center Established in 2001, this medical clinic has 10 specialist doctors, a psychologist and five physiotherapists. The Central practice is located in Melbourne Plaza and there is a Mong Kok clinic at Argyle Centre on Nathan Road. http://www.kenleemed.iyp.hk/

Outpatient Clinics Public Health Clinics

Physiomotion

The Department of Health operates general outpatient clinics to provide accessible and affordable primary medical and health care to the public. The department also operates specialist outpatient clinics, which provide consultation, treatment and investigations to patients referred by hospitals, government general outpatient clinics and private practitioners. The Hospital Authority has a list of clinics, their locations and opening hours. www.ha.org.hk

If you need physiotherapy, this modern clinic is on Duddell Street, Central and has both male and female therapists, some who are also qualified Pilates instructors. www.physiomotion.com.hk

Private Clinics There are many private clinics and doctors’ offices offering general and specialist services. Private practitioners provide services in all areas of Hong Kong and the New Territories.

Fees for a medical consultation with private practitioners generally range from HK$ 180 to HK$ 650, and considerably more for a specialist consultation. In most

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Public Hospitals The government runs public hospitals throughout Hong Kong. The major government hospitals on Hong Kong Island include Queen Mary Hospital (affiliated with Hong Kong University) and Pamela Youde Eastern Nethersole Hospital. Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital are the major government hospitals in Kowloon. In the New Territories, Prince of Wales Hospital is affiliated with the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Charges at public hospitals are heavily subsidized. Patients (Hong Kong permanent residents) in general wards are charged HK$ 100 per day, which covers treatment, medicine, surgery, tests, accommodation and

food. Some private rooms are available for higher fees.

A complete list of public hospitals is on the Hospital Authority’s website. www.ha.org.hk

Private Hospitals Admission to private hospitals requires a referral from an affiliated doctor. Patients are required to pay a deposit or submit a letter of guarantee from a qualified insurance company or an employer. Bills are to be settled at most private hospitals every three to five days, unless other arrangements have been made prior to admission. Charges for in-patient care at a private hospital range from HK$ 600 per day in a general ward (with three or more in a room) to HK$ 3,000 or more per day for a first-class private room. Other costs, including medicines, surgery, treatments, tests and doctors’ fees, are additional.

Information and contact details about private hospitals in Hong Kong can be found at the Department of Health’s website. www.dh.gov.hk The Private Hospital Association also provides details about private hospitals in Hong Kong. www.privatehospitals.org.hk

Baptist Hospital Located on Waterloo Road in Kowloon Tong with over 800 beds and over 2,200 staff.

Offering both inpatient and outpatient services. www.hkbh.org.hk

Canossa Hospital Located on Old Peak Road, Hong Kong with a 24-hour outpatient service. www.canossahospital.org.hk

Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Located on Stubbs Road in Wan Chai, this

private, non-profit hospital covers all aspects of general and specialist health care. www.hkah.org.hk

Matilda Hospital Located on Victoria Peak, the famous Matilda Hospital offers hotel style accommodation.

It also has a medical center in both Central and Tsim Sha Tsui. It is very popular among expatriate families. Its location on the Peak gives patients staying in each of their rooms unrivaled and panoramic views. Their prenatal class and child care course are in high demand. www.matilda.org

St Teresa’s Hospital Located on Prince Edward Road, Kowloon and offering both inpatient and outpatient care. www.sth.org.hk

Doctors Education and training of medical professionals in Hong Kong are modeled after the system in the United Kingdom, where an MBBS medical degree is granted upon successful completion of a five-year study program. Graduates are eligible for license to practice medicine after one year of internship. In the public sector, junior doctors are supervised by senior doctors. Junior doctors function similarly to interns in the US. Doctors in the private sector display a similar range of skills and qualifications as in the public sector. While some doctors set up a private practice as soon as they’re licensed, others wait until they have gained more experience in the public sector before beginning a private practice.

Some private physicians have received their education outside Hong Kong, and their level of skills and experience may vary to some degree. While some may only have been qualified with minimal training, others could

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The US Consulate carries a list of recommended medical providers, or you may consult your friends or employer. http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov

Maternity Services Private hospitals in Hong Kong provide excellent maternity care and services.

There are many doctors and practices that specialize in gynecology, pediatrics, pre-natal and maternity care for all nationalities. Some hospitals are favored by prospective parents because of their reputation for quality medical and ancillary services. Some hospitals provide “five-star” menus and private rooms that are spacious and of very high quality.

In recent years demand for hospital space for giving birth in Hong Kong has become acute.

The situation is most dire in public hospitals, which normally charge a very low fee (with the exception of non-eligible persons – those without Hong Kong Identity Cards).

Prospective new parents should consult with their doctor early about booking a hospital room. All doctors are affiliated with one or several hospitals, and they will be able to help with securing a booking.

Health Insurance Most large companies in Hong Kong provide health insurance coverage for employees and their families. If your company does not, you can purchase local health insurance from a number of providers. But be prepared to pay high premiums. A policy that reimburses 80% of costs for network or non-network doctors and hospitals can cost US$ 5,000 or more in premiums per year for a family of three, and more for maternity coverage. In most cases, there are limits to coverage for various types

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of treatment or surgeries.

Many local and international health insurance providers are based in Hong Kong, including insurance products from local banks, USbased Blue Cross and UK-based BUPA. Local providers may place age restrictions on policyholders, who may become ineligible for coverage once they reach the age of 59.

Local insurance companies also have limits to medical coverage outside of Hong Kong.

So if you plan to travel, you’ll need additional medical coverage in case of accident or illness while overseas.

Most local providers have yearly maximums for claims, and some may also increase premiums depending on the number of claims. If you need to purchase health insurance, the warning “buyer beware” is a good thing to remember.

Check the policy provisions carefully before you buy, and ask lots of questions.

Pharmacies You’ll find local pharmacies (locally called “dispensaries”) in nearly every neighborhood in Hong Kong. Some carry only traditional Chinese herbs and medicines, while others carry Western brand medications or a combination of the two.

Typically, if you need prescription medicine, your doctor or hospital will provide it during your consultation. But in cases where they do not, or if you want to purchase over-thecounter medicines, supplements or personal care products, two drugstore chains are suggested: Watson’s and Mannings. Both chains have stores all over Hong Kong at street-side and in shopping centers or malls.

In Case of Emergency In case of Emergency call 999. This number will give you emergency access to the Police, Fire Services Department or an ambulance.

Non-Chinese speaking expatriates should keep a card together with their identity card that includes emergency instructions written in both English and Chinese. Along with information about medications you are taking or allergies that you have, the card should also list whom to contact in case of emergency.

If you hire a domestic helper, give her explicit instructions on what to do for emergencies at home. The YWCA/YMCA, St John’s Ambulance Service and some private hospitals offer first-aid courses designed for domestic helpers in families with children.

Hong Kong has no private ambulance service. Ambulance service is provided by the government through the Hong Kong Fire Services Department and through St John’s Ambulance Service (a non-profit organization). For medical emergency, call 999. It is important to state precisely your location, the nature of the emergency, and other known complications in relation to the status of the patient. An ambulance will arrive in a matter of minutes, and paramedics will provide preliminary care while rushing to a nearby public hospital.

AEDs have been proven to save 50% more lives in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest cases.

The AEDs can be operated by any trained personnel. Once the pads are placed on the victim, the device automatically gives instructions, checks heart rhythm and delivers a shock if necessary.

Public training courses, which take one day, are offered by the Hospital Authority’s Accident and Emergency Training Centre, Fire Services Department, St John Ambulance, Auxiliary Medical Services and the Red Cross.

Dental Care The level of dental care available in Hong Kong is of world standard. The University of Hong Kong has a school of dentistry, and many dentists also have overseas training and experience.

Hong Kong Adventist Hospital has a 24-hour dental clinic for emergencies.

The US Consulate carries a list of recommended dental providers, or you may consult your friends or employer. For more information, go to http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov

Contact numbers for St John’s Ambulance Service: • Emergency Hotline 1878-000 • Service Hotline 2524-4888

The Hong Kong Dental Association website also provides a list of registered dentists in Hong Kong. www.hkda.org

Defibrillator

Optometrists and opticians abound in Hong Kong. They provide one-stop services that range from vision checks to contact lenses, and from lens grinding to glasses frames.

The Leisure and Cultural Services Department has placed automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public spaces such as in all aquatic venues (pools and beaches) and at around 250 other public areas. These venues, including parks, playgrounds, sports centers, tennis courts, football pitches and cultural spots, such as public libraries, civic centers and museums, have been fitted with the devices.

Optical Care

Prices are very reasonable. But the quality of prescription lenses varies. Be sure that lens shop staff who test your eyesight are qualified to do so.

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However, no regulatory body or registration scheme currently exists to monitor the qualifications or standards of practitioners.

The Integrated Naturopathic Association of Hong Kong provides information about alternative treatments and doctors providing them. www.naturopathic.org.hk

Traditional Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been used for the prevention and treatment of diseases and for health maintenance for thousands of years. It encompasses a total lifestyle that integrates many aspects.

Mainland China pharmaceutical house has a production facility at the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park.

TCM Therapies Acupressure/Massage Based on the same ideas of acupuncture, acupressure involves putting physical pressure on acupuncture points on the body’s surface by hand, elbow or by other devices. It relaxes muscular tension and balances the vital forces of the body.

Acupuncture The oldest medical practice known, acupuncture involves inserting needles into specific acupuncture points on the body to treat health problems and improve general well-being.

Fire Cupping The most common applications of TCM include acupuncture, massage and tui na.

Herbal remedies are also given. The end goal for TCM is not necessarily to cure the illness but to get the individual to the point where they can live with it or resist it.

This treatment involves placing glass, plastic or bamboo cups on the skin with a vacuum. The therapy relieves what is called “stagnation” in TCM terms. It is used to treat respiratory disorders, including the common cold, pneumonia and bronchitis, as well as back, neck, shoulder and other musculoskeletal pain.

The Hong Kong Government set out a statutory framework for regulating traditional Chinese medicine. The Hospital Authority Herbal Medicine was tasked with setting up Chinese medicine Traditional Chinese Herbal medicine uses outpatient clinics in the public sector. freshly brewed teas in their natural state or in powder forms as medicines.

The Chinese Medicine Council has put in place a licensing system for Chinese medicine Moxibustion traders and a registration system of proprietary Moxa is used to warm regions and acupuncture Chinese medicines. This system allows Chinese points and to stimulate circulation through the medicines to be assessed for safety, efficacy points to induce a smooth flow of blood and and quality. The dispensing, storing and “qi” – believed in TCM to be a fundamental labeling of Chinese herbal medicines are also substance of life. Practitioners consider regulated. www.cmchk.org.hk moxibustion to be an especially effective treatment of chronic problems, where new Three local universities currently provide energy is infused to the body to treat both full-time degree courses in TCM. A major excess and deficient conditions.

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HK College of Radiologists

c/o The Federation of Medical Societies of HK Tel 2527-8898 Web www.fmshk.org/fmshk.php

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Asian Surgical Association Tel Web

2255-4231 www.asiansurgassoc.org

College of Surgeons of HK Tel Web

2871-8799 www.cshk.org

HK Academy of Medicine Tel Web

2871-8888 www.hkam.org.hk

HK Association of Medical Microbiologists Tel Web

2781-5257 www.fmshk.com.hk

HK Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Tel Web

2522-8155 (President) www.fmshk.com.hk/hkaoms

HK Chiropractor’s Association (HKCA) Tel Web

2375-5785 www.hkca.org

HK College of Anaesthesiologists Tel Web

2871-8833 www.hkca.edu.hk

HK College of Cardiology Tel Web

2899-2035 www.hkcchk.com

2871-8788 www.hkcr.org

HK Dental Association Tel 2528-5327 Web

www.hkda.org

HK Medical Association Tel Web

2527-8285 www.hkma.org

HK Professional Counselling Association Tel Web

2334-7172 www.hkpca.org.hk

HK Society of Health Service Executives Tel Web

2768-5904 www.hkchse.org

HK Society of Hospital Pharmacists Tel Web

2566-1293 www.shphk.org.hk

HK Society of Optometrists Web

www.hkspo.org.hk

HK Society of Orthodontists Tel Web

2868-6970 www.hkso.org

HK Society of Paediatric Dentistry Tel Web

2859-0251 www.hkspd.org

HK Veterinary Association Tel Web

2609-6036 www.hkva.org

HK College of Family Physicians Tel 2871-8899

International Chinese Herbalists & Medicine Professionals Association

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www.hkcfp.org.hk

2782-1679

HK College of Pediatricians

North American Medical Association

Tel Web

Tel Web

2871-8871 www.paediatrician.org.hk

HK College of Psychiatrists Tel Web

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Hong Kong Adventist Hospital

Hong Kong Adventist Hospital — Stubbs Road 40 Stubbs Road, Hong Kong SAR China Tel (852) 3651 8888 Fax (852) 3651 8800 Email hkahinfo@hkah.org.hk Web www.hkah.org.hk

Adventist Medical Center Unit 1606-10, 16/F., Hang Lung Centre 2-20 Paterson Street, Causeway Bay Hong Kong Tel (852) 2782 2202 Fax (852) 2782 3022 Web www.adventistmedical.hk Hong Kong Adventist Hospital — Stubbs Road (HKAH—SR) offers a comprehensive range of services in a safe and comfortable environment. The Hospital operates first-class equipment and state-of-the-art facilities. Our team of highly skilled medical professionals is committed to ensuring optimal treatment, promoting healthy lifestyles, and restoring patients back to health in body, mind and spirit.

The Hospital has accreditations from international associations including: • Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) • Health Promoting Hospital (HPH), the

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global network initiated by the World Health `Organization • Hong Kong Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (HOKLAS) • ISO 22000 Certification for Food Safety Management Systems Highlights of Our Services • 24-hour urgent care services • Out-patient clinic and specialist centers • The Heart Center, Cardiac Catheterization & Interventional Center, and Arrhythmia Center / Electrophysiology Laboratory provide world class cardiology services • Oncology Center is the only facility in Hong Kong equipped with CyberKnife G4 and TomoTherapy • Operating Rooms, Robotic and MIS Center is equipped with the da Vinci robotic surgical system • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Center (MISS) offers a full range of spine care, including invasive and non-invasive treatments

service is supported by an experienced clinical team, a well-equipped medical surgical ward, and a day case unit.

Matilda International Hospital 41 Mount Kellett Road, The Peak, Hong Kong Tel (852) 2849 0111 – general enquiry (852) 2849 0389 – corporate enquiry Email wellness@matilda.org Web www.matilda.org

Tailor Made Corporate Wellness Plans Our dedicated corporate development team works closely with international companies to tailor make employee wellness programmes, and through these, help companies to lower medical costs, boost productivity and retain staff.

Located at the Peak and only 15 minutes from Central, Matilda International Hospital (MIH) has outstanding views of Hong Kong Island and the South China Sea. The hospital extended its community reach by opening two medical centres in Central and Tsim Sha Tsui.

Centres of Excellence The hospital pioneers surgical advances in orthopaedics, spinal care, ear nose and throat, general surgery and women’s health. In addition to inpatient care, MIH and the medical centres also provide general and specialised outpatient services.

Surgical Service and Maternity Care MIH holds a very special place in the hearts and minds of many mothers. The maternity team is an advocate of breastfeeding and patient involvement, providing individualised care and helping women to achieve the delivery they had planned for. Surgical

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Suppliers for Healthy Living

AD MediLink Limited Unit 11A, Capella HTR, 47 Hung To Road Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel (852) 2296 9773 Fax (852) 2811 3175 Email adionne@admedilink.com Web www.admedilink.com Contact Amelie Dionne-Charest AD MediLink is the only health insurance broker in Hong Kong that provides healthcare concierge services and organizes healthcarefocused events. It possesses extensive knowledge of the Hong Kong healthcare sector and provides the overriding support required by customers when choosing the right medical plans and navigating the local medical system.

PhysioMotion Ltd 501, 5/F., Pacific House 20 Queens Road Central Central, Hong Kong Tel (852) 2525 8168 Fax (852) 2525 6300 Email physiomotion@gmail.com Web www.physiomotion.com.hk Contact Abby Yek Cheung PhysioMotion is a dynamic Physiotherapy clinic and Pilates core stability exercise studio. Our experienced staff, trained in England & Australia successfully assist our patients to obtain optimum health and fitness through movement.

Comfortable private rooms and treatment sessions of forty minutes one-on-one allows us to spend maximum time with our clients to achieve better results.

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BodyQ Health Specialists • Suite 1701, Hong Kong Pacific Centre 28 Hankow Road, TST, Kowloon • Suite 819, Leighton Centre, 77 Leighton Road Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Mobile (852) 69933993 Tel (852) 23692222 Fax (852) 23676666 Web www.bodyQ.com Email info@bodyQ.com We are a Comprehensive Health Management service based in Hong Kong • Represent a group of medical specialists of different specialties • Mostly graduated from UK, HK or Australia Services include: • Specialist outpatients and 24 hour emergency medical and surgical services • Inpatient services with access to all private hospitals in Hong Kong • House call services to clients home or hotel • Medical Transport and Medical Escort service to and from China • Comprehensive medical check up plans for both personal and corporate clients • Vaccination service in clinic and at corporate venues • Health seminars both in clinic and at client venues.

• Strong Partnership with most International Insurance companies • Cater for both local and expat patients from Hong Kong and China